EA has been no stranger to dropping controversial figures from FIFA games in the past, and they have now confirmed that no Russian sides will feature in FIFA 23.
All Russian national teams and clubs have been removed.
Russian clubs and items removed
EA has confirmed that items related to Russia or any of its clubs will be absent from FIFA 23.
EA removed all Russian items in FIFA 22 following the invasion of Ukraine, with a statement reading:
“EA Sports stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian people and like so many voices across the world of football, calls for peace and an end to the invasion of Ukraine.
“In line with real-world actions taken by our partners at FIFA and UEFA, the following FUT items will no longer be available in FIFA Ultimate Team (FUT) packs and Ultimate Draft.”
Remove the Russian national team
EA released an official statement regarding the Russian national team and its place in FIFA 22.
Just like in FIFA 22, Russia and all Russian clubs will be removed from this year's game.